Teaching Spatial Thinking and Geospatial Technologies Through Citizen Mapping and Problem-Based Inquiry in Grades 7-12

Our project introduced students in grades 7 through 12 to spatial thinking and geospatial technologies in the context of challenges in their community. We used a mix of levels of inquiry to advance learning from teacher- to student-guided through a citizen mapping group activity. Student-suggested p...

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Published in:Journal of geography (Houston) 2019-01, Vol.118 (1), p.21-34
Main Authors: Schlemper, M. Beth, Athreya, Brinda, Czajkowski, Kevin, Stewart, Victoria C., Shetty, Sujata
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case studies
Cognition
Crime
Housing
Learning
Map interpretation
Mapping
Secondary school students
Space
Students
Teachers
Youth
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Summary:Our project introduced students in grades 7 through 12 to spatial thinking and geospatial technologies in the context of challenges in their community. We used a mix of levels of inquiry to advance learning from teacher- to student-guided through a citizen mapping group activity. Student-suggested problem-based topics included parks and community gardens, crime, housing, and youth employment opportunities. Qualitative methods were used to evaluate students' knowledge of spatial thinking and geospatial technologies, including map interpretation, a case study, daily exit slips, and interviews. Overall, the students' awareness of their community, spatial thinking, and geospatial technologies increased as a result of participation.
ISSN:0022-1341
1752-6868
DOI:10.1080/00221341.2018.1501083